The Foundation PodcastTue, 18 Dec 2018 15:37:09 +0000Tue, 08 Jan 2019 15:48:07 +0000Libsyn WebEngine 2.0http://thefoundationtppf.libsyn.com/website
enhttp://thefoundationtppf.libsyn.com/websiteebleazard@texaspolicy.com (ebleazard@texaspolicy.com)http://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/7/2/2/2/7222387b1e5a841b/TheFoundationPolicyPodcast_Logo_cmyk_fnl_Squar.pngThe Foundation PodcastTexas Public Policy Foundationcleanadministration@texaspolicy.comepisodicWith a win against ObamaCare, what's next?Tue, 18 Dec 2018 15:37:09 +0000Join Dr. Roberts as he sits down with Rob Henneke, TPPF's general counsel and the lead attorney for individual plaintiffs in the most recent ObamaCare challenge, as he reflects on the recent victory and what it means for health care going forward.]]>Join Dr. Roberts as he sits down with Rob Henneke, TPPF's general counsel and the lead attorney for individual plaintiffs in the most recent ObamaCare challenge, as he reflects on the recent victory and what it means for health care going forward.]]>17:20nofullEP23 If you want freedom you need energy - Scott TinkerIf you want freedom you need energy - Scott TinkerTue, 18 Sep 2018 10:00:00 +0000Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews Dr. Scott Tinker, director of the Bureau of Economic Geology at the University of Texas, about the effects of energy poverty and how it threatens the freedoms and liberties we enjoy. Listen as they discuss the pros and cons of renewables and what they mean for the future our energy landscape.

Program correction: Scott said that West Texas has 23,000 gigawatts of wind energy capacity. He meant to say it has 23 gigawatts (23,000 megawatts)]]>Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews Dr. Scott Tinker, director of the Bureau of Economic Geology at the University of Texas, about the effects of energy poverty and how it threatens the freedoms and liberties we enjoy. Listen as they discuss the pros and cons of renewables and what they mean for the future our energy landscape. Program correction: Scott said that West Texas has 23,000 gigawatts of wind energy capacity. He meant to say it has 23 gigawatts (23,000 megawatts)]]>40:13cleanDr. Kevin Roberts interviews Dr. Scott Tinker, director of the Bureau of Economic Geology at the University of Texas, about the effects of energy poverty and how it threatens the freedoms and liberties we enjoy. Listen as they discuss the pros and cons of renewables and what they mean for the future our energy landscape.123fullEP22 Remembering September 11thEP22 Remembering September 11thTue, 11 Sep 2018 10:00:00 +0000On the seventeenth anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, Dr. Kevin Roberts reflects on the lessons learned by all Americans on that day in our country’s history— lessons of civility, belief, patriotism, and humanity.]]>On the seventeenth anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, Dr. Kevin Roberts reflects on the lessons learned by all Americans on that day in our country’s history— lessons of civility, belief, patriotism, and humanity.]]>12:59cleanOn the seventeenth anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, Dr. Kevin Roberts reflects on the lessons learned by all Americans on that day in our country’s history— lessons of civility, belief, patriotism, and humanity.122fullEP21 Innocent until proven guilty? - Chris PerriEP21 Innocent until proven guilty? - Chris PerriTue, 28 Aug 2018 10:00:00 +0000Dr. Kevin Roberts sits down with criminal justice attorney Chris Perri to discuss how criminal charges appear on individual's records even after the individual is found innocent of those charges and the work he is doing to help individuals in this predicament move forward with their lives.]]>Dr. Kevin Roberts sits down with criminal justice attorney Chris Perri to discuss how criminal charges appear on individual's records even after the individual is found innocent of those charges and the work he is doing to help individuals in this predicament move forward with their lives.]]>34:58cleanDr. Kevin Roberts sits down with criminal justice attorney Chris Perri to discuss how criminal charges appear on individual's records even after the individual is found innocent of those charges and the work he is doing to help individuals in this predicament move forward with their lives.121fullEp20 The Cruelty of welfare - Featuring Grover NorquistEp20 The Cruelty of welfare - Featuring Grover NorquistTue, 21 Aug 2018 10:00:00 +0000Dr. Kevin Roberts hosts President of Americans for Tax Reform Grover Norquist to discuss ATR's history of success, Reagan's legacy of conservatism, and further tax reform to help America prosper.]]>Dr. Kevin Roberts hosts President of Americans for Tax Reform Grover Norquist to discuss ATR's history of success, Reagan's legacy of conservatism, and further tax reform to help America prosper.]]>37:32cleanDr. Kevin Roberts hosts President of Americans for Tax Reform Grover Norquist to discuss ATR's history of success, Reagan's legacy of conservatism, and further tax reform to help America prosper.120fullEP19 Wind Subsidies BlowTue, 07 Aug 2018 21:18:20 +0000Dr. Kevin Roberts meets with TPPF's own Vice President of Research, Bill Peacock to delve into past policy successes propelled by strong research as well as current areas of interest including windmill subsidies and renewable energy claims.]]>Dr. Kevin Roberts meets with TPPF's own Vice President of Research, Bill Peacock to delve into past policy successes propelled by strong research as well as current areas of interest including windmill subsidies and renewable energy claims.]]>39:55cleanDr. Kevin Roberts meets with TPPF's own Vice President of Research, Bill Peacock to delve into past policy successes propelled by strong research as well as current areas of interest including windmill subsidies and renewable energy claims.119fullEP18 How to Run a City: Interview with council member TroxclairHow to Run a City: Interview with council member TroxclairTue, 31 Jul 2018 10:00:00 +0000Dr. Kevin Roberts hosts Austin City Councilwoman Ellen Troxclair to discuss Austin’s biggest challenges including cost of living and the homeless population. She shares her solutions from an insider perspective and how residents can help preserve the best parts of Austin living.]]>Dr. Kevin Roberts hosts Austin City Councilwoman Ellen Troxclair to discuss Austin’s biggest challenges including cost of living and the homeless population. She shares her solutions from an insider perspective and how residents can help preserve the best parts of Austin living.]]>39:48noDr. Kevin Roberts hosts Austin City Councilwoman Ellen Troxclair to discuss Austin’s biggest challenges including cost of living and the homeless population. She shares her solutions from an insider perspective and how residents can help preserve the best parts of Austin living.118fullEP17 Erik Erickson: Can conservatives win the culture war?Erik Erickson: Can conservatives win the culture war?Tue, 24 Jul 2018 10:00:00 +0000Dr. Kevin Roberts hosts renown Erick Erickson to discuss how conservatives still win and can win the culture war by going back to our foundation.]]>Dr. Kevin Roberts hosts renown Erick Erickson to discuss how conservatives still win and can win the culture war by going back to our foundation.]]>31:19cleanDr. Kevin Roberts hosts renown Erick Erickson to discuss how conservatives still win and can win the culture war by going back to our foundation.117fullEP16 Why the Free Market Works for LatinosWhy the Free Market Works for LatinosTue, 17 Jul 2018 10:00:00 +0000The left is oftentimes credited with helping minorities in public policy. Daniel rejects that common perception and explains how free market principles are the main driver of success, especially within the Latino community.]]>The left is oftentimes credited with helping minorities in public policy. Daniel rejects that common perception and explains how free market principles are the main driver of success, especially within the Latino community.]]>38:39cleanThe left is oftentimes credited with helping minorities in public policy. Daniel rejects that common perception and explains how free market principles are the main driver of success, especially within the Latino community.116fullEP15 American Exceptionalism: Community and culture over politicsAmerican Exceptionalism: Community and culture over politicsTue, 10 Jul 2018 10:00:00 +0000Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews Boyd Matheson News Opinion Editor and Head of Strategic Reach at Deseret News about the future of the Supreme Court, what American Exceptionalism really means, and the importance of community and culture over politics.]]>Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews Boyd Matheson News Opinion Editor and Head of Strategic Reach at Deseret News about the future of the Supreme Court, what American Exceptionalism really means, and the importance of community and culture over politics.]]>42:43cleanDr. Kevin Roberts interviews Boyd Matheson News Opinion Editor and Head of Strategic Reach at Deseret News about the future of the Supreme Court, what American Exceptionalism really means, and the importance of community and culture over politics.115fullEP14 Independence day and American PatriotismIndependence day and American Patriotism Tue, 03 Jul 2018 16:42:31 +0000In this special holiday episode, Dr. Kevin Roberts reflects on some of the most inspiring language about what it means to be an American and reminds us why we still have reason to celebrate Independence Day.]]>In this special holiday episode, Dr. Kevin Roberts reflects on some of the most inspiring language about what it means to be an American and reminds us why we still have reason to celebrate Independence Day.]]>46:42cleanIn this special holiday episode, Dr. Kevin Roberts reflects on some of the most inspiring language about what it means to be an American and reminds us why we still have reason to celebrate Independence Day.114fullEP13 Charter schools, a solution to american education? Charter schools, a solution to american education? Tue, 19 Jun 2018 17:50:39 +0000Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews Sam Duell the Associate Policy Director for Charter Schools ExcelinEd about how charter schools help improve educational opportunities for students and the policy changes needed to accomplish this goal.al. ]]>Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews Sam Duell the Associate Policy Director for Charter Schools ExcelinEd about how charter schools help improve educational opportunities for students and the policy changes needed to accomplish this goal.al. ]]>39:30cleanDr. Kevin Roberts interviews Sam Duell the Associate Policy Director for Charter Schools ExcelinEd about how charter schools help improve educational opportunities for students and the policy changes needed to accomplish this goal.113fullEP12 Interview With Christi CraddickInterview With Christi CraddickTue, 12 Jun 2018 10:00:00 +0000Dr. Keven Roberts interviews Christi Craddick, Chairman of the Texas Railroad Commission. Learn what the RRC does and how Craddick's work affects state and national energy policy.]]>Dr. Keven Roberts interviews Christi Craddick, Chairman of the Texas Railroad Commission. Learn what the RRC does and how Craddick's work affects state and national energy policy.]]>42:33cleanDr. Keven Roberts interviews Christi Craddick, Chairman of the Texas Railroad Commission. Learn what the RRC does and how Craddick's work affects state and national energy policy.112fullEP11 The Cost and Consequences of mandating Paid Sick leaveThe Cost and Consequences of mandating Paid Sick leaveTue, 05 Jun 2018 10:00:00 +0000In this episode of The Foundation, host Dr. Kevin Roberts sits down with Rep. Paul D. Workman to discuss Workman's involvement on the Natural Resources Committee and his commitment to doing the most good in a diverse district as a part-time Legislator and full-time freedom fighter.]]>In this episode of The Foundation, host Dr. Kevin Roberts sits down with Rep. Paul D. Workman to discuss Workman's involvement on the Natural Resources Committee and his commitment to doing the most good in a diverse district as a part-time Legislator and full-time freedom fighter.]]>32:21clean111fullEP10 Interview with DR. Derek Cohen Interview with DR. Derek CohenTue, 29 May 2018 10:00:00 +0000Dr. Derek Cohen who was at the White House Summit and is the director of TPPF’s Right on Crime initiative sits down with Dr. Kevin to discuss the past, present, and future of criminal justice reform.]]>Dr. Derek Cohen who was at the White House Summit and is the director of TPPF’s Right on Crime initiative sits down with Dr. Kevin to discuss the past, present, and future of criminal justice reform.]]>46:36clean110fullEP9 Interview with LTC Allen WestInterview with LTC Allen WestTue, 22 May 2018 10:00:00 +0000Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews TPPF Senior Fellow and former congressman LTC Allen West about the principles and values espoused by educator and activist Booker T. Washington, and how his three pillars of education, entrepreneurship, and self-reliance are the building blocks individual and community prosperity."]]>Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews TPPF Senior Fellow and former congressman LTC Allen West about the principles and values espoused by educator and activist Booker T. Washington, and how his three pillars of education, entrepreneurship, and self-reliance are the building blocks individual and community prosperity."]]>40:17cleanDr. Kevin Roberts interviews TPPF Senior Fellow and former congressman LTC Allen West about the principles and values espoused by educator and activist Booker T. Washington, and how his three pillars of education, entrepreneurship, and self-reliance are the building blocks individual and community prosperity."19fullEP8 Interview With Jeff SandeferInterview With Jeff SandeferThu, 17 May 2018 10:00:00 +0000This week Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews Jeff Sandefer, Co-founder of Acton Academy, a global network of innovative K-12 schools focused on providing competency-based education.”]]>This week Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews Jeff Sandefer, Co-founder of Acton Academy, a global network of innovative K-12 schools focused on providing competency-based education.”]]>31:35cleanThis week Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews Jeff Sandefer, Co-founder of Acton Academy, a global network of innovative K-12 schools focused on providing competency-based education.”18fullEP7 Interview with Jonah GoldbergInterview with Jonah GoldbergTue, 15 May 2018 10:00:00 +0000This week Dr. Kevin Roberts interviewed Jonah Goldberg about his new book, Suicide of the West: How the Rebirth of Tribalism, Populism, Nationalism, and Identity Politics is Destroying American Democracy. They discussed America’s forgotten cultural inheritance and the problem that poses for modern politics.

]]>This week Dr. Kevin Roberts interviewed Jonah Goldberg about his new book, Suicide of the West: How the Rebirth of Tribalism, Populism, Nationalism, and Identity Politics is Destroying American Democracy. They discussed America’s forgotten cultural inheritance and the problem that poses for modern politics.

]]>53:52noThis week Dr. Kevin Roberts interviewed Jonah Goldberg about his new book, Suicide of the West: How the Rebirth of Tribalism, Populism, Nationalism, and Identity Politics is Destroying American Democracy. They discussed America’s forgotten cultural inheritance and the problem that poses for modern politics.17fullEP6 [Special] Interview with Thomas Lindsay and Stanley Kurtz[Special] Interview with Thomas Lindsay and Stanley KurtzWed, 09 May 2018 10:00:00 +0000Kevin Roberts Interviews DR. Thomas Lindsay and DR. Stanley Kurtz on the issues of campus free speech. Listen as they discuss the effects of shutdowns and what remedies are available to preserve liberty.]]>Kevin Roberts Interviews DR. Thomas Lindsay and DR. Stanley Kurtz on the issues of campus free speech. Listen as they discuss the effects of shutdowns and what remedies are available to preserve liberty.]]>32:21clean16fullTexas Public Policy Foundation EP5 Interview with Jeremy TateInterview with Jeremy TateTue, 10 Apr 2018 10:00:00 +0000Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews Jeremy Tate on a new form of education testing called the CLT exam. This Exam is directed at transforming how we teach by changing what we measure]]>Dr. Kevin Roberts interviews Jeremy Tate on a new form of education testing called the CLT exam. This Exam is directed at transforming how we teach by changing what we measure]]>32:54cleanDr. Kevin Roberts interviews Jeremy Tate on a new form of education testing called the CLT exam. This Exam is directed at transforming how we teach by changing what we measure15fullTexas Public Policy FoundationEP4 Interview with Dr. Vance GinnInterview with Dr. Vance GinnTue, 27 Mar 2018 10:00:00 +0000Dr. Kevin Roberts speaks with our ownsenior economist and director of the Center for Economic Prosperity Dr.Vance Ginnabout howNAFTA, minimum wages,tariffs, and the Texas model affectAmericans.

]]>Dr. Kevin Roberts speaks with our own senior economist and director of the Center for Economic Prosperity Dr. Vance Ginn about how NAFTA, minimum wages, tariffs, and the Texas model affect Americans.

]]>47:32cleannafta,wages,tariffsDr. Kevin Roberts speaks with our own senior economist and director of the Center for Economic Prosperity Dr. Vance Ginn about how NAFTA, minimum wages, tariffs, and the Texas model affect Americans.
14fullTexas Public Policy FoundationEP3 Interview with Rob Henneke and Drew WhiteInterview with Rob Henneke and Drew WhiteTue, 06 Mar 2018 23:21:58 +0000Dr. Kevin Roberts sits down with TPPF experts Rob Henneke and Drew White, who focus on reducing federal regulations and giving more authority to the states over critical issues like education, health care, and energy development.]]>Dr. Kevin Roberts sits down with TPPF experts Rob Henneke and Drew White, who focus on reducing federal regulations and giving more authority to the states over critical issues like education, health care, and energy development.]]>50:43cleanDr. Kevin Roberts sits down with TPPF experts Rob Henneke and Drew White, who focus on reducing federal regulations and giving more authority to the states over critical issues like education, health care, and energy development.13fullEP2 Interview with Tim HuelskampInterview with Tim HuelskampTue, 06 Mar 2018 23:19:48 +0000Former Congressman and now President of the Heartland Institute Tim Huelskamp joined TPPF's "Draining the Swap Summit" to discuss the problems of the administrative state and unaccountable government, and how Americans across the country can fight back.]]>Former Congressman and now President of the Heartland Institute Tim Huelskamp joined TPPF's "Draining the Swap Summit" to discuss the problems of the administrative state and unaccountable government, and how Americans across the country can fight back.]]>01:05:17cleanFormer Congressman and now President of the Heartland Institute Tim Huelskamp joined TPPF's "Draining the Swap Summit" to discuss the problems of the administrative state and unaccountable government, and how Americans across the country can fight back.12fullTexas Public Policy FoundationEP1 Interview with Dr. Ashley BernerInterview with Dr. Ashley BernerMon, 05 Mar 2018 17:08:17 +0000Dr. Ashley Berner, an education policy professor at Johns Hopkins University, recently wrote a book titled, Pluralism and American Public Education: No One Way to School. It's an innovative take on public education, and she discusses it here with The Foundation's Dr. Kevin Roberts. ]]>Dr. Ashley Berner, an education policy professor at Johns Hopkins University, recently wrote a book titled, Pluralism and American Public Education: No One Way to School. It's an innovative take on public education, and she discusses it here with The Foundation's Dr. Kevin Roberts. ]]>59:05cleanWe interview DR. Ashley Berner about her new book, Pluralism and American Public Education: No One Way to School. An innovative take on public education.11fullTexas Public Policy Foundation